The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;
the God of Israel is our fortress.
MARK 6:34 (CEB)
When Jesus arrived and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. Then he began to teach them many things.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
God's compassion is evident in his protective and guiding presence.
DAILY FODDER
How is your life changed by realizing God is present with us?
PRAYER
Compassionate God, I'm grateful that you are here and standing watch over my life. Forgive me for my attempts to distance myself from you. It's not that I don't appreciate you but I have an independent streak that hasn't stopped. Teach me what I need to know so that my default mode of operation is to stay close to your protective and guiding presence. I know that's what I need. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
and we’ll forgive those who wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
